Sr. Director, Human Resources

Connexity, a Taboola company is a performance-marketing technology company whose core purpose for 25 years is to help online retailers find new customers and drive sales at a cost that meets ROI objectives. As the leading independent source of new customers and sales for online retailers, we manage the complexities of a wide range of customer acquisition channels on behalf of thousands of retailers, with proven success in the US, UK, EMEA and APAC, We connect over 60,000 publishers to 50,000 retailers around the world, generating $5m+ of sales every day across our suite of products (Skimlinks, ShopYourLikes, Connexity). We joined forces with Taboola in 2021 and Skimlinks in 2020, making us the first and largest, open-web source for Publishers and Creators to access eCommerce!

Summary of Role:
The Senior Director of Human Resources, located in Santa Monica, will report directly to the CEO of Connexity. This pivotal role encompasses the comprehensive management of HR functions, including overseeing US benefits, conducting company compensation reviews, enhancing employee relations, talent acquisition, and cultivating a dynamic culture and people operations throughout the US. By prioritizing collaboration, fostering talent development, and driving organizational effectiveness, the Senior Director of HR will be instrumental in shaping Connexity's success while creating an engaging and thriving workplace environment.

Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with Connexity and Taboola’s business objectives, values, and culture.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Play the role as the strategic HR partner to all Connexity managers and leaders and help with strategic organizational design as well as strategies for employee engagement and performance

US Benefits Oversight:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs in the US, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with regulations.
• Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to evaluate and enhance benefit offerings based on employee needs and market trends.

Company Compensation Review:

• Lead annual compensation review processes, including salary benchmarking, merit increases, and bonus programs, to ensure alignment with business objectives and market standards.
• Analyze compensation data and trends to make informed recommendations to executive leadership.

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on a wide range of HR-related matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.

Global HR Leadership:

• Build strong working relationships with and provide strategic support to HR Directors in Germany and the UK, ensuring alignment with corporate HR initiatives and objectives.
• Collaborate with broader international HR and leadership teams to drive consistency and best practices across regions.

Talent Acquisition Oversight:

• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Director to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that attract top talent and support business growth.
• Oversee recruitment efforts and onboarding of employees at all levels.

HR Operations and Culture Management:

• Oversee the management of HRIS and employee data
• Provide guidance and support to the Director of Culture and People Ops to drive initiatives related to employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
• Partner with the Director, Culture & People Ops and the leadership team  to drive  efforts to enhance company culture, foster diversity and inclusion, and promote employee well-being.

Compliance and Cross-Company Alignment:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to promote a positive and inclusive work environment and mitigate risks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact (POC) with Taboola Human Resources to ensure alignment, collaboration, and consistency of HR policies, practices, and culture across both organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certification preferred.

• Proven experience in HR leadership roles, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior HR leadership position, preferably .
• Deep understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience overseeing benefits, compensation, employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR operations in a global organization.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of senior functional HR leaders and a broader organization of at least 100 people
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute HR strategies that drive business results and support organizational growth.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the capacity to balance business priorities and employee needs through empathetic, people-first leadership
• Proven track record of navigating sensitive and complex situations with discretion, compassion, and emotional intelligence.

Benefits

Headquartered in Santa Monica, the company operates sites and business services in the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. We offer top benefits including equity, career growth, flexible time off, casual work environment, competitive comp, and much more!

• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k Matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), LTD & STD
• Paid Leave Benefits (Maternity, Paternity & Medical)
• Learning & Development Program (educational tool)
• Flexible work schedules
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• Equity

We are committed to providing a culture at Connexity that supports the diversity, equity and inclusion of our most valuable asset, our people. We encourage individuality, and are driven to represent a workplace that celebrates our differences, and provides opportunities equally across gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all other demographics. Our actions across Education, Recruitment, Retention, and Volunteering reflect our core company values and remind us that we’re all in this together to drive positive change in our industry.

The pay range for this position is $190K- $205K. The pay offered may vary depending on several factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Compensation packages include a variety of perks such as bonus, equity, competitive 401(k) match, rich benefits, etc.

This position is a hybrid role, with 2 days based in the Santa Monica office.

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